Warm & Cozy Pumpkin Soup Recipe
Indulge in the comforting embrace of homemade pumpkin soup, where vibrant flavors and creamy textures come together in a delightful bowl. Infused with aromatic garlic and ginger, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. Each spoonful wraps you in warmth, making it a family favorite that invites smiles and satisfaction.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh pumpkin, cubed (sugar pumpkin recommended)
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Wash and peel the sugar pumpkin, cut into cubes, and remove seeds. Chop the onion and garlic; grate the ginger.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion; sauté until translucent. Stir in garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Add pumpkin cubes: Combine cubed pumpkin with cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat evenly.
- Pour in broth & simmer: Add vegetable broth until the pumpkin is submerged. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for about 20 minutes or until tender.
- Blend until smooth: Use an immersion blender or transfer to a regular blender to puree the soup until silky-smooth. Adjust thickness with additional coconut milk or broth if desired.
- Final touches & serve warm: Stir in coconut milk; adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot garnished with roasted pumpkin seeds or a drizzle of coconut milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg